University of Saint Francis Looking for Education Faculty at Fort Wayne, Full Time

POSITION TITLE: Education Faculty

 DEPARTMENT: Division of Education, College of Arts, Sciences and
Business 

 POSITION STATUS: Full-time, 9-month, tenure-track 

 POSITION REPORTS TO:
Education Division Director  

JOB SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Division Director of Education, with
consultation of the Dean of the College of Arts, Science, and Business (CASB), the Education Faculty is responsible for the instruction of
education courses, advising, and engagement in all curricular and program initiatives. This is a full-time 9-month tenure-track position
with an emphasis in elementary education.  

Major Responsibilities/Activities:  

Faculty:
 

• Adheres to all university academic and employment policies identified in the Employee and Faculty handbooks and
  academic catalogs  
• Participates in recruitment, retention, and development efforts in coordination with division members
  and/or Enrollment Services
• Engages in Scholarship as defined by the Boyer Model, including, but not limited to activities
  identified in the faculty handbook  
• Respects the moral and religious beliefs of the university and students; uses discretion
  when expressing personal beliefs and views  
• Attends college, program, division, and university meetings as requested
   
• Serves as an effective instructor, establishes good rapport with students, and follows the curriculum for Education Classes.
   
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Division Director of Education or Dean of CASB  

USF WAY:
 

University of Saint Francis (USF) employees demonstrate a commitment to the University’s mission and support of its
Catholic and Franciscan traditions. Employees provide the intellect, empathy and ability to serve our students and community. The USF Way of
serving is a source of pride for many employees. To provide a consistently high level of quality experience across our university, we
provide the following service expectations for all employees. These standards have been tailored by position and responsibilities and are
incorporated into performance evaluations.  

Standard #1: Provide opportunities for conversations, prayer and reflection.
 

Standard #2: Utilize best practices in communication and service.  

• Apply care to your words and deeds to
  ensure respect for others.  

• Commit to follow through without exception and with quality.  

• Offer additional assistance after serving as in, “How else may I assist you?”  

• Respond promptly, whether in
  person, via phone, or email.  

Standard #3: Recognize and celebrate milestones and achievements.  

Standard
#4: Use resources wisely and support green initiatives.  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS  

Education
 

• Master’s degree in an area of education; terminal degree preferred. If no terminal degree, the applicant must
  complete a terminal degree in the field of education prior to tenure.  

 Experience  

• Evidence of successful K-6 education employment. 
• Evidence of successful teaching at the post-secondary level preferred.
   
• If teaching Special Education Courses, professional experience in special education is required.  

 Knowledge and Skills  

• Demonstrates an understanding of educational theory, instructional methods and
  evaluation technique and use of technology utilized in higher education in a classroom setting  
• Demonstrates analytical and
  organizational skills necessary to plan, implement and evaluate educational activities to assure compliance with established goals and
  objectives  
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written, necessary to interact effectively
  with all university constituents.  
• Able to work well with faculty, students, staff, administrators, and external stake
  holders.  
• Able to coordinate services to the needs of diverse populations within the time and financial limits of the
  institution.  
• Other duties as assigned